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John W. Davis

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , ,

1856                Rooms in Ammons’ Brick Building, corner Fourth and Market Streets,                                              Lewisburg, Pennsylvania.

John W. Davis was recorded in an advertisement that ran from April 11 to May 2, 1856 in the Lewisburg Chronicle (Lewisburg, Pennsylvania).  Daguerreotypes.  John W. Davis, having taken a room in Ammons’ large three storey brick building, corner Fourth and Market streets, would respectfully invite the citizens of Lewisburg, and vicinity, to call at his establishment, and examine his specimens.  From his long experience in the art, in connection with one of the best artists in the country, he flatters himself that he can give general satisfaction.  Having gone to great expense in procuring the largest size and best made instruments, he is prepared to take Life-like Daguerreotypes, Crayons, Crystalotypes, Stereoscopic Pictures.

John W. Davis is not recorded in other photographic directories.  Craig’s Daguerreian Registry does list a John W. Davis in Sumter, South Carolina in 1859, but it is unknown if they are the same person.

J. Wistar Davis

Daguerreotypes, ,

1846                Rooms in the Franklin Building, N. E. corner of North and Baltimore Streets,                                Baltimore Maryland.                                                                                                            1846                Rooms, Nos. 14 & 15 Franklin Buildings, N. E. corner of North and Baltimore                                  Streets, Baltimore, Maryland.                                                                                            1847-1849     Rooms, Nos. 14 & 15 Franklin Buildings, corner of North and Baltimore                                           Streets, Baltimore, Maryland.[1]

J. Wistar Davis was recorded in two advertisements in 1846. The first advertisement ran from December 5 to 19, 1846 in the American Republican and Baltimore Daily Clipper (Baltimore, Maryland). Davis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, (Late Porter’s,) In Franklin Buildings, N. E. corner of North and Baltimore streets, Entrance in North Street, opposite the Patriot office.

Likenesses taken in clear or cloudy weather, and warranted not to fade.  Hours of operating from 8 A. M. to 5 P. M.

Having taken the rooms recently occupied by Mr. Porter and caused them to be remodeled, refitted and the arrangement of light greatly improved, the subscriber is now prepared to execute correct and elegant Daguerreotype Portraits, both Singly and in Groups.  Possessing a thorough knowledge of the art, and extensive practical experience in Chemistry, (having been, for several years, joint proprietor of J. W. & R. W. Davis’ Drug and Chemical Establishment,) together with superior instruments, apparatus and materials, and determined to spare no efforts to please, the subscriber confidently hopes for a share of the public patronage.  A small Boy wanted—apply as above. J. Wistar Davis.

The second advertisement ran from December 21 to 31, 1846 in the American Republican and Baltimore Daily Clipper (Baltimore, Maryland).  Davis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, Nos. 14 & 15 Franklin Buildings, N. E. corner of North and Baltimore streets, Entrance in North Sts.

Likenesses taken in Clear or Cloudy weather, and warranted not to fade.  The proprietor has caused theses rooms to be remodeled, the arrangement of light improved, and possessing superior instruments, and materials, execute correct and elegant Daguerrian Portraits, in the shortest possible time, and at very low prices.  He has just received some handsome new style morocco Cases, well adapted for Holliday Presents.

J. Wistar Davis is listed in Directory of Maryland Photographers 1839-1900 from 1847-1849, and in Craig’s Daguerreian Register from 1847-1850.

[1] Activity dates and address from Directory of Maryland Photographers, 1839-1900.  By Ross J. Kelbaugh.

Davis & Cowee

Daguerreotypes, ,

1852                Address Unknown, Warren, Massachusetts.

Davis & Cowee were recorded in an announcement that ran on April 1, 1852 in the Daily Republican (Springfield, Massachusetts).  Notice to Daguerreotypists.  The subscribers offer for sale one of their first class Daguerreotype saloons.  If applied for immediately, it will be sold cheap.  Said Saloon is built in the best style, and completely furnished.—For particulars, address Davis & Cowee, Warren, Mass.

Davis & Cowee were not recorded in A Directory of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900 or other photographic directories.

J. E. Davidson

Daguerrean Car, Daguerreotypes, , ,

1854                Unknown Location, Cadiz, Ohio.

J. E. Davidson was recorded in an advertisement that ran on March 8 to April 5, 1854 in The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel (Cadiz, Ohio). Card to the Public. J. E. Davidson, takes this occasion to inform his friends, that he will return to Cadiz on the First of April, when he will open his well furnished Daguerrean Car, and be ready to take pictures in his well known superior style.  Those of his friends wishing to procure pictures, see his fine specimens or make a friendly call, will be well received with the greatest pleasure.

J. E. Davidson is not recorded in other photographic directories.

Mrs. Dauphin (Dauplin)

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1855-1856       Rooms in Rogers Block, 3d story, Corner of Railroad & Second Streets,                                             Ironton, Ohio.                                                                                                                                  1855                   Rooms at 12 Isham House, Jackson, Ohio.

Mrs. Dauphin (Dauplin) was recorded in an advertisement that ran from September 18, 1855 to January 29, 1856 in the Spirit of the Times (Ironton, Ohio).  Daguerrean Gallery. The undersigned has fitted up the room recently occupied by Mr. Chamblin, and is now prepared to take Good Pictures, in all weather.  Paintings, Daguerreotypes and Statuary accurately copied.  Careful Instruction given in the art.  Mrs. Dauphin.     sep. 11.

She was also recorded in an announcement on December 27, 1855 in The Jackson Standard  (Jackson, Ohio).    Especial Notice.  Mrs. Dauplin, Daguerreian Artist—has taken rooms at No. 12 Isham House, where she will remain for a short time, and will be most happy to wait upon all who wish their likeness taken in the most approved style and moderate cost.

Mrs. Dauphin (Dauplin) is not recorded in other photographic directories.  Both Ohio Photographers, 1839-1900 and Craig’s Daguerreian Registry list a John W. Dauphin in Ironton, Ohio in 1860.

Joshua S. Dart

Daguerreotypes, ,

1846                Address Unknown, Rochester, Vermont.

Joshua S. Dart was recorded in an announcement on July 23,1846 in The Voice of Freedom (Brandon, Vermont).  Married, In Waitsfield, July 15, by Rev. H. Hitchcock, Joshua S. Dart, Daguerreotypist, of Rochester, to Maria Hastings, of the former place.  Friend Joshua! Since you’ve long rambled about, daguerreotyping your neighbors; Lookout! or Maria, [leaving wooden leg out] Will Daguerreotype you, for your labors!

Joshua S. Dart is not recorded in other photographic directories.

F. M. Danielson

Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Daguerreotypes, , , , ,

C. 1845-1848 Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts.                                                                    1849                  9 Brinley Hall, Worcester, Massachusetts.

F. M. Danielson was recorded in three advertisements. The first advertisement ran from July 6 to September 12, 1849 in the Worcester Daily Spy (Worcester, Massachusetts). Yes, It is a fact that Dr. A. W. Van Alstin has gone to “California,” and also that F. M. Danielson having had charge of the operating during the past five months in the rooms formerly occupied by him, has purchased the stock and fixtures in the above named rooms, having had four years experience in the Daguerreotype business in Boston and other places is confident that in point of execution, his miniatures cannot be surpassed.  (during three years he was in one of the best rooms in the United States) the patronage of the citizens of Worcester and its vicinity is respectfully solicited.

Miniatures put into silk, $1,00 and into Velvet lined cases $1,50.  N. B. Stock constantly on hand and for sale at reasonable prices.

The second advertisement ran from July 23 to July 27, 1849 in the Worcester Daily Spy (Worcester, Massachusetts).  To Daguerreotypists.  500 French Plates of all sizes.  100 Gross of silk and Velvet Cases.  50 Gross of Preservers.  Bromine, Chloride of Iodine, rotten stone, Hypo Sulphite Soda, Rouge in any quantity, at Boston prices at No. 9 Brinley Hall.

The third advertisement ran from July 28 to September 12, 1849 in the Worcester Daily Spy (Worcester, Massachusetts).         No. I Will Not sell stock less than cost, or even at cost but I will sell at reasonable profit, my incillities are as great as any man’s in the United States for obtaining stock.  Bromine, Chloride of Iodine, polishing materials, cases and plates, &c., for sale at a reasonable advance from cost.  Miniatures taken without regard to weather, which for brilliancy of tone, are unsurpassed at No. 9 Brinley Hall.

Craig’s Daguerreian Registry does list a Francis M. Danielson in 1850-1851 at 8 Daniel Street.  In 1855 a Frank M. Danielson is listed as a daguerreian in Portland, Maine.  It is unknown at this time if they are all the same person.

G. W. Danes

Daguerreotypes, ,

1853                First Street between Main and Sycamore, over D. S. Anderson’s Tailor Store,                                  Evansville, Indiana.

G. W. Danes was recorded in an advertisement that ran from August 3 to September 13, 1853 in

The Evansville Daily Journal (Evansville, Indiana).  Daguerreotypes At reduced prices, are now taken by G. W. Danes North side of First Street between Main and Sycamore, over D. S. Anderson’s Tailor Store.  Persons wishing to procure good, true and substantial Likenesses of themselves, families, or friends; would do well to call on Mr. Danes, as he is an old and well experienced artist, of Cincinnati and other places, and is furnished with a superior apparatus; he will not fail to give entire satisfaction.  Instructions given in the art on reasonable terms by G. W. Danes.

G. W. Danes is not recorded in other photographic directories.

George Dabbs

Daguerreian Stock and Materials, , , ,

1849                102 Williams Street, New York, New York.

George Dabbs was recorded in an advertisement that ran from April 17 to May 28, 1849 in the New York Herald (New York, New York).  Levi Chapman, No. 102 William street, New York, Manufacturer Of The  Celebrated Magic Razor Strop, of four sides; also Pocket Books, Wallets, Spectacle and Bankers’ Cases, in every variety, on the most extensive scale.

Daguerreotype Cases $144; {Medium sizes, from $18 to $60 per gross.  {Quarter sizes, from size from $83 2 to $[30] to $84 per gross.  {Half sizes, from $82 to $144 per gross.  Mats and Preservers of all kinds.  Geo. Dabbs, Jas. Creamer, Agents.

George Dabbs  is listed in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry in 1850 as working for Levi Chapman in New York City.

M. B. Czechowski

Ambrotypes, ,

1857                Hardin Street, Findlay, Ohio.

M. B. Czechowski was recorded in an advertisement that ran from June 19 to July 17, 1857 in The Hancock Jeffersonian (Findlay, Ohio). A Polish Exile. The undersigned has established himself in Findlay, for the purpose of engaging in the business of Book Binding as well as that of Ambrotype Artist.  He respectfully solicits the patronage of those who have anything in his line to do.  His place of Business, will be found at the extreme east end of Hardin street.  M. B. Czechowski.  Findlay, O., April 24, 1857.

M. B. Czechowski is not recorded in other photographic directories.